UPS Technician

Job Title: UPS Technician - Data Center OperationsWhat this job involves: As a UPS Technician at JLL, you will be responsible for maintaining and servicing uninterruptible power supply systems that provide critical backup power protection for data center operations. You'll work with large-scale UPS systems, battery banks, static transfer switches, and power distribution equipment that ensure continuous power delivery to mission-critical IT infrastructure. This specialized role requires expertise in power electronics and the ability to maintain systems that cannot afford any downtime in a 24/7 data center environment.Your day-to-day tasks will include:• Maintain and service large-scale UPS systems including online double-conversion, rotary, and modular UPS configurations• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance on battery systems including VRLA, lithium-ion, and wet cell battery banks• Monitor and test static transfer switches, bypass switches, and automatic transfer switches for proper operation• Troubleshoot UPS system faults using oscilloscopes, power quality analyzers, and specialized diagnostic equipment• Execute planned maintenance activities including battery discharge tests, UPS load bank testing, and system transfers• Respond to critical UPS alarms and power quality issues with immediate technical intervention• Maintain detailed records of UPS performance data, battery test results, and maintenance activities• Support UPS system upgrades, capacity expansions, and battery replacement projects• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, UPS manufacturer specifications, and data center operational proceduresDesired experience and technical skills:Requirements:• Minimum 5 years of experience with commercial/industrial UPS systems• Strong electrical background with knowledge of AC/DC power systems and power electronics• Experience with large-capacity UPS systems (100kVA to 2MW+) from major manufacturers• Knowledge of battery systems, charging methods, and battery testing procedures• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, UPS control logic, and technical documentation• Proficiency with electrical test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers• Understanding of power quality issues, harmonics, and electrical distribution systems• Physical ability to work with high-voltage equipment and lift up to 50 lbs• Availability for on-call emergency response and flexible schedulingPreferred:• Data center or mission-critical facility experience• Experience with Schneider Electric, Eaton, Vertiv, or ABB UPS systems• Knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology and battery management systems• Electrical license or power systems certification• Experience with building automation systems and UPS monitoring platforms• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or Power Systems Engineering• Manufacturer-specific UPS training certifications (APC, Liebert, etc.)

Created: 2025-09-10